IND-518-02 e-file error

If Form 1040, 'SpouseClaimAsDependentInd' is not checked, then the Spouse SSN must not be the same as a Dependent SSN on another return filed for the same tax year.
You'll get this error if the spouse's SSN was entered as a dependent on a return accepted by the IRS.

Solution

If the return filing status is married filing separately, you'll need to file the return on paper.
If the spouse was correctly claimed as a dependent on another return, but the
Someone can claim your spouse as a dependent field
on Form 1040, page 1, isn't marked on the married filing separately return, do 1 of the following:
  • File the return on paper.
  • Override Form 1040.
    1. Go to Form 1040, page 1.
    2. Mark the
      Someone can claim your spouse as a dependent
      checkbox.
    3. Recreate and retransmit the e-file.

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